“Sanctuary is an extended, detailed composition for solo piano that draws inspiration from two of my favorite composers, Ferruccio Buson and Isaac Albeniz, and is a synthesis of the disparate influences” ~ James Armstrong

Live quartet recording from 2017. Features Todd Wright on saxophones, Rick Dilling on drums, Zack Page on bass and Michael Jefry Stevens on piano and composition. All my original music. This is a more traditional, swinging CD. Not avant-garde!

This ensemble utilizes elements from jazz, classical, rock, Latin and other music. The music is primarily acoustic and, while the group normally consists of 8 – 15 instrumentalists, the vocal aspect of the music is equally or even more important to the overall aesthetic of the ensemble. There is equal weight given to the two main facets of this music: the composed material and the improvisational sections. The textures vary greatly between compositions. When the strings predominate one immediately notes the classical music influence. When the horns solo (individually or in a group), there is a distinct jazz influence in the music. When the percussion section is featured the music can range from a Latin feel to a rock or funky feel.

Based in Leavenworth, Kansas, the First City Flute Choir (FCFC) is an instrumental chamber ensemble consisting of members who perform on instruments representing the range extensions of the flute family. Repertoire consists of classical transcriptions, arrangements, and original compositions. This is their debut release.

Recorded at Fantasy Studios. The one hour, four minute performance at the Yamaha C9 piano at Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, California, on July 1, 2018. Disc available through www.jamesarmstrongmusic.com.

This performance, at the instrument that McCoy Tyner personally chose for the studio, recently debuted on the NPR affiliate WGVU-FM in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Kudos to Harvey McKnight / The Jazz Spotlight, and Scott Vander Werf / Sound Excursion.

From the album notes, Artists Recording Collective, ARC-2956:

Ruminations is an extended, multi-part performance for solo piano, recorded in one take at the Yamaha C9 concert grand at Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, on the afternoon of July 1, 2018.

It is dedicated to the many asylum-seeking children who were, and are, unlawfully separated from their parents at the southern borders to the United States by the current Republican administration. To that end, there is a strong influence from Spanish classical music; the great composers Isaac Albeniz and Enrique Granados have left an indelible mark on this work.

It is my wish that this music brings healing to those that have been profoundly displaced; memories of a courageous people that have not been forgotten.

KC Area Youth Jazz 2019 Fellows (Vinyl LP & Digital Download Album) recording is a wonderful documentation of the first season of an innovative and unique youth jazz program. Featuring six (6) commissioned original compositions by Dr. Arthur White (Director of Jazz Studies at Cal Poly). Recorded by Will Crain at BRC Audio Productions in Kansas City.

With one foot in the present and one in the future, Don Aliquo and Michael Jefry Stevens capture an inspired live performance of original music and two jazz classics. A work of raw improvisational clarity and beautiful moments! Genre: Jazz: Contemporary Jazz Release Date: 2019

The Sextet is thrilled to announce the release of their third studio album “Among Friends.”

The title of the album refers to the amount of collaboration involved with the creation of this fifteen-track collection of songs. Aside from the six members of the group, nine other musicians come together to create music the likes of which have never been heard.

Piano-Bass-Drums Trio . The 82 yr.old pianist leader plays as though she were going on 20. Reviews consistently point out that the three musicians play as though they were one person. Music both beautiful and unpredictable.

Jazz, Bossa, Salsa and the blues are presented by legendary musicians with the leader performing in the two ensemble formats of a Trio with Major Holley on acoustic bass and then in a Septet with Buddy Rich band alumnus, Ross Konikoff.

A standout jazz trio recording highlighting “provocative and compelling music” New York Times , “Long Ago Today” is music from the heart that pulls you in and makes you want to stay, featuring original compositions by Sumi Tonooka.

Griffith/Stevens Quartet – Only Love – The 17 year collaboration between vocalist Miles Griffith and pianist Michael Jefry Stevens culminates in this magnificent recording of 10 original vocal compositions. Recorded live at Swiss Radio in Zurich.

George Kahn – Secrets From The Jazz Ghetto Vol. 1 (Nightside) – West Coast Jazz pianist George Kahn carries the tradition of jazz greats like Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi and Horace Silver into the 21st Century with SECRETS FROM THE JAZZ GHETTO. Volume 1 (Nightside) is perfect for late night cocktails and soft lights

George Kahn – Secrets From The Jazz Ghetto Vol. 2 (Dayside) – West Coast Jazz pianist George Kahn carries the tradition of jazz greats like Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi and Horace Silver into the 21st Century with SECRETS FROM THE JAZZ GHETTO. Volume 2 (Dayside) has 13 groovy tunes great for the party

Together Again is a collaboration between Lee Shaw, John Medeski, and the rhythm section of the Lee Shaw Trio from an April, 2009, concert at The Egg, in Albany, New York. When John was 13 years old, he studied jazz piano with Lee in the mid 70s

The third full-length release from Seattle’s beloved tone bandits, and they got even crazier. One never know’s what lies ahead on the next track. Full of tight rhythms, exciting solos, high-energy horns, and wild antics.

Aliquo’s 5th solo release is a New York based affair, featuring veteran artists Rufus Reid, bass and Jim McNeely piano coupled with the dynamic young drummer Obed Calvaire. The compositions and improvisations are both exciting and inspired!

Recorded during two of their typically energetic shows at Jardine’s, which was one of Kansas City’s premiere night spots, MILLIE AND MIKE LIVE contains a healthy dose of jazz standards, blues, ballads, Latin grooves, and memorable tunes from the ‘70s.

Long recognized by her peers as a scintillating improviser, Tonooka offers an authoritative statement with her first solo session, confirming her status as a capaciously creative composer and a keyboard stylist of the highest order.

“Confluence” is a merging of the various influences and life experiences of saxophonist Keith Pray. Musically it pays homage to the influence of John Coltrane and Kenny Garrett and is grounded in the tradition while exuding a modern edge.

“One of the most promising emergent jazz musicians in town isn’t some kid straight out of school or still in school.” ~ Kansas City Star | Award-winning composer, Chris Burnett shows a glimpse of his range and variety of styles on this latest CD.

A power-duo that improvises on any given musical theme mixing the possibilities of the drums & saxophone in completely personal way. In addition to the drums and saxophone, the duo uses percussion of gongs, bells etc. mixed with saxophone multiphonics and extended playing techniques colouring their expression of avant garde jazz. Their juicy freejazz flows, crunchy polyrythmical textures, diverse sound ambients and spiritual meditation-like chorals combined with virtuoso playing of Jeff & Esa carries the listeners mind to the sea of multidirectional rhythms, high clouds, winding rivers, subtropical jungle, festive fireworks, what ever – You name it.

Live concert of original music for acoustic piano and vibraphone. This is modern instrumental jazz at its finest. Melodic yet expansive. Features playing in both traditional song forms and more expanded open forms.

Quartet features Joe Fonda on bass, Michael Jefry Stevens on piano and the two incredibly Hungarian improvisers – Balazs Bagyi on drums and Mihaly Borbely on saxophones and wind instruments. The CD features original music by all members of the quartet and was recorded live in Brugge at DeWerf.

Remixed and remastered collectors edition release. A beautifully flowing musical dialog between master artists that captures the interactive essence of improvisation through the vehicle unique modern jazz compositions.

Virtuoso performances abound, resulting in 509,000+ downloads and counting. This album was recorded “live” in the studio with no overdubs or studio tricks. Vivendi Universal says: “exotically beautiful music that contemporary jazz lovers will devour.”

Leading a quartet featuring pianist Mamiko Watanabe, bassist Mike Boone, and drummer Chris Beck, Jansen runs through a program of nine original compositions spotlighting solid straight-ahead solo work and offering some very fine dynamic improvisation. Some of the highlights include the bluesy “Best Friend,” and the tender ballad “Rose for Noriko.” “Manhattan Trane’in” makes a nod to the great sax man, and although the C.P. in “Blues for C. P.” is not identified, one can think of at least one possibility. The set ends with, “The Code,” a real bop burner.With modern day ronin like B. J. Jansen around to keep the flame lit, there will always be that glimmer of light even in the darkest of days.

Inspired by the novel My Name is Red by Orhan Pamuk. The piece begins in traditional western harmony and moves steadily eastward evoking the musical traditions that developed throughout the Islamic world.

“There’s a remarkable lyrical ease and harmonic savvy in the compositions that make up Firebird, not least of all on the title track with its layered flutes and Latin-tinged rhythmic feel.” (David R. Adler)

“His choice of the inspired, metrically shifting “A Risk I Take,” by French horn virtuoso and colleague Mark Taylor, tells us much about his refined taste and interpretive abilities.” (David R. Adler, New York)

“On This New Jazz Record, Kansas City And Italy Make Beautiful Music Together: It’s an exceptionally graceful album that imbues mainstream jazz with the elegant sheen of classical chamber music.” (Bill Brownlee, Kansas City Star, KCUR)

The quartet performs nine of the leader’s originals. Mr. Arcamone’s guitar solos can be thought of post-bop playing with a rockish sound although his electronic tones are individual. Listeners who enjoy creative electronic music will find much to savor on Evolve. (Scott Yanow)

On the Jeff Siegel Quartet’s third studio recording, the stalwart drummer merges his high energy, straight ahead post-bop with the deeply spiritual stylings of trumpet master Feya Faku to produce a vibrant sonic tapestry of South African infused jazz.

Movin’ On is a tribute to blues and jazz legend, pianist Junior Mance. Ryan and Junior toured and recorded together. “Ryan’s one of a kind. He has a voice of his own and a musical sensibility that really excites a crowd.” — Junior Mance

The arrangement performed for solo electric guitar and loop pedal was a collaborative one between guitarist Zane Forshee and Judah Adashi. Forshee recently released a recording of this work in March 2017 on the Artists Recording Collective Label.

An illustrative and evocative musical portrait of a 19th-century daredevil feminist and journalist, the album moves between the narrative and abstract, creating an imaginative world that channels Bly’s groundbreaking spirit.

Traveler takes listeners on a musical journey through soaring melodies, meditative grooves, and exciting musical interplay. The compositions’ bare simplicity offers a wide emotional landscape for the musicians to explore and for the listener to enjoy.

Live quartet recording from 2017. Features Todd Wright on saxophones, Rick Dilling on drums, Zack Page on bass and Michael Jefry Stevens on piano and composition. All my original music. This is a more traditional, swinging CD. Not avant-garde!

Like a couple of old friends traveling through memories, thoughts and ideas, guitarists William Flynn and Tim Fischer have fashioned their album Cross Country as a conversation of grace and beauty. Flynn, a professor of Jazz Guitar at Wichita (KS) State University, and Fischer, a professor of music at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina’s Coastal Carolina University offer up an album of blues-bop originals, each wonderfully arranged so that the two guitarists can stretch the melody while providing tuneful, sensitive and well-timed accompaniment. The result is music that is at once creative, sunny, and filled with charm.

In Kansas City, there is a popular jazz group that has performed every week since their inception in 1991. This would not be so remarkable, as Kansas City is renowned for it’s tradition of great jazz since the days of Count Basie and Charlie Parker. What is remarkable is that this group of native Kansas Citians plays nothing but Brazilian jazz, with a flavor and passion one might think could only be found at a nightclub in Ipanema or Leblon. The Sons of Brasil invite you to sample these sounds, which stem from their love and admiration of “musica bem brasileira.”

Based in Leavenworth, Kansas, the First City Flute Choir (FCFC) is an instrumental chamber ensemble consisting of members who perform on instruments representing the range extensions of the flute family. Repertoire consists of classical transcriptions, arrangements, and original compositions. This is their debut release.

This project represents a swinging, soulful, cerebral, creative, and spiritual collaboration between two masterful artists with Greg Carroll playing Vibes, Marimba, Percussion and Drums, and Michael Pagán on Piano, Keyboard and Bass.

Guitarist and flutist Ron Carlson assembles a collaboration of New York and Kansas City musicians featuring Diana Herold, Grisha Alexiev, Greg Clinkingbeard and vocalist Jennifer White on a performance of standards and original compositions dedicated to the memory of Diane Carlson.

“Hailing from Norwalk, Connecticut, guitarist Dan Arcamone leads a new trio, with bassist Tony Grey and drummer Steve Pruitt, into an electric fusion foray. On the new album, X, he sets his mind into a combination of powerhouse rock, improvised jazz, and virtuosic folk ideas…” (Jazz Trail)

Wildly cohesive, exciting and fresh piano trio consisting of two veteran New Yorkers and one up and coming! Hetko, Syracuse & Siegel are proud to announce the release of their upcoming trio album When You Were Thereon June 1 on Artists Recording Collective. Featuring celebrated young pianist Nick Hetko, and the steadfast rhythm section of bassist Rich Syracuse and drummer Jeff “Siege” Siegel, this release is an homage to a woman who was a mentor and friend to each member of the trio– the “First Lady of Jazz,” Dr. Lee Shaw. The title track “When You Were There” is a Lee Shaw composition previously recorded with Shaw and her long-time rhythm section of Siegel and Syracuse back in 2003, two tracks “Evie’s Theme” and “Free Fall” were composed by Siegel, “Sleeper” and “The Float” were composed by Syracuse, and “Nica” and “Captain of a Sinking Ship” were composed by Hetko. Though the album features multiple composers, the stunning interplay on each track of this collaborative effort makes for a cohesive sound and a unified voice throughout.

“Sanctuary is an extended, detailed composition for solo piano that draws inspiration from two of my favorite composers, Ferruccio Buson and Isaac Albeniz, and is a synthesis of the disparate influences” ~ James Armstrong

Live quartet recording from 2017. Features Todd Wright on saxophones, Rick Dilling on drums, Zack Page on bass and Michael Jefry Stevens on piano and composition. All my original music. This is a more traditional, swinging CD. Not avant-garde!

This ensemble utilizes elements from jazz, classical, rock, Latin and other music. The music is primarily acoustic and, while the group normally consists of 8 – 15 instrumentalists, the vocal aspect of the music is equally or even more important to the overall aesthetic of the ensemble. There is equal weight given to the two main facets of this music: the composed material and the improvisational sections. The textures vary greatly between compositions. When the strings predominate one imme... Read More

Based in Leavenworth, Kansas, the First City Flute Choir (FCFC) is an instrumental chamber ensemble consisting of members who perform on instruments representing the range extensions of the flute family. Repertoire consists of classical transcriptions, arrangements, and original compositions. This is their debut release.

Recorded at Fantasy Studios. The one hour, four minute performance at the Yamaha C9 piano at Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, California, on July 1, 2018. Disc available through www.jamesarmstrongmusic.com.
This performance, at the instrument that McCoy Tyner personally chose for the studio, recently debuted on the NPR affiliate WGVU-FM in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Kudos to Harvey McKnight / The Jazz Spotlight, and Scott Vander Werf / Sound Excursion.
From the album notes, Artists Rec... Read More

KC Area Youth Jazz 2019 Fellows (Vinyl LP & Digital Download Album) recording is a wonderful documentation of the first season of an innovative and unique youth jazz program. Featuring six (6) commissioned original compositions by Dr. Arthur White (Director of Jazz Studies at Cal Poly). Recorded by Will Crain at BRC Audio Productions in Kansas City.

With one foot in the present and one in the future, Don Aliquo and Michael Jefry Stevens capture an inspired live performance of original music and two jazz classics. A work of raw improvisational clarity and beautiful moments! Genre: Jazz: Contemporary Jazz Release Date: 2019

The Sextet is thrilled to announce the release of their third studio album “Among Friends.”
The title of the album refers to the amount of collaboration involved with the creation of this fifteen-track collection of songs. Aside from the six members of the group, nine other musicians come together to create music the likes of which have never been heard.

Piano-Bass-Drums Trio . The 82 yr.old pianist leader plays as though she were going on 20. Reviews consistently point out that the three musicians play as though they were one person. Music both beautiful and unpredictable.

Jazz, Bossa, Salsa and the blues are presented by legendary musicians with the leader performing in the two ensemble formats of a Trio with Major Holley on acoustic bass and then in a Septet with Buddy Rich band alumnus, Ross Konikoff.

A standout jazz trio recording highlighting “provocative and compelling music” New York Times , “Long Ago Today” is music from the heart that pulls you in and makes you want to stay, featuring original compositions by Sumi Tonooka.

Griffith/Stevens Quartet – Only Love – The 17 year collaboration between vocalist Miles Griffith and pianist Michael Jefry Stevens culminates in this magnificent recording of 10 original vocal compositions. Recorded live at Swiss Radio in Zurich.

George Kahn – Secrets From The Jazz Ghetto Vol. 1 (Nightside) – West Coast Jazz pianist George Kahn carries the tradition of jazz greats like Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi and Horace Silver into the 21st Century with SECRETS FROM THE JAZZ GHETTO. Volume 1 (Nightside) is perfect for late night cocktails and soft lights

George Kahn – Secrets From The Jazz Ghetto Vol. 2 (Dayside) – West Coast Jazz pianist George Kahn carries the tradition of jazz greats like Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi and Horace Silver into the 21st Century with SECRETS FROM THE JAZZ GHETTO. Volume 2 (Dayside) has 13 groovy tunes great for the party

Together Again is a collaboration between Lee Shaw, John Medeski, and the rhythm section of the Lee Shaw Trio from an April, 2009, concert at The Egg, in Albany, New York. When John was 13 years old, he studied jazz piano with Lee in the mid 70s

The third full-length release from Seattle’s beloved tone bandits, and they got even crazier. One never know’s what lies ahead on the next track. Full of tight rhythms, exciting solos, high-energy horns, and wild antics.

Aliquo’s 5th solo release is a New York based affair, featuring veteran artists Rufus Reid, bass and Jim McNeely piano coupled with the dynamic young drummer Obed Calvaire. The compositions and improvisations are both exciting and inspired!

Recorded during two of their typically energetic shows at Jardine’s, which was one of Kansas City’s premiere night spots, MILLIE AND MIKE LIVE contains a healthy dose of jazz standards, blues, ballads, Latin grooves, and memorable tunes from the ‘70s.

Long recognized by her peers as a scintillating improviser, Tonooka offers an authoritative statement with her first solo session, confirming her status as a capaciously creative composer and a keyboard stylist of the highest order.

“Confluence” is a merging of the various influences and life experiences of saxophonist Keith Pray. Musically it pays homage to the influence of John Coltrane and Kenny Garrett and is grounded in the tradition while exuding a modern edge.

“One of the most promising emergent jazz musicians in town isn’t some kid straight out of school or still in school.” ~ Kansas City Star | Award-winning composer, Chris Burnett shows a glimpse of his range and variety of styles on this latest CD.

A power-duo that improvises on any given musical theme mixing the possibilities of the drums & saxophone in completely personal way. In addition to the drums and saxophone, the duo uses percussion of gongs, bells etc. mixed with saxophone multiphonics and extended playing techniques colouring their expression of avant garde jazz. Their juicy freejazz flows, crunchy polyrythmical textures, diverse sound ambients and spiritual meditation-like chorals combined with virtuoso playing of Jeff ... Read More

Live concert of original music for acoustic piano and vibraphone. This is modern instrumental jazz at its finest. Melodic yet expansive. Features playing in both traditional song forms and more expanded open forms.

Quartet features Joe Fonda on bass, Michael Jefry Stevens on piano and the two incredibly Hungarian improvisers – Balazs Bagyi on drums and Mihaly Borbely on saxophones and wind instruments. The CD features original music by all members of the quartet and was recorded live in Brugge at DeWerf.

Remixed and remastered collectors edition release. A beautifully flowing musical dialog between master artists that captures the interactive essence of improvisation through the vehicle unique modern jazz compositions.

Virtuoso performances abound, resulting in 509,000+ downloads and counting. This album was recorded “live” in the studio with no overdubs or studio tricks. Vivendi Universal says: “exotically beautiful music that contemporary jazz lovers will devour.”

Leading a quartet featuring pianist Mamiko Watanabe, bassist Mike Boone, and drummer Chris Beck, Jansen runs through a program of nine original compositions spotlighting solid straight-ahead solo work and offering some very fine dynamic improvisation. Some of the highlights include the bluesy “Best Friend,” and the tender ballad “Rose for Noriko.” “Manhattan Trane’in” makes a nod to the great sax man, and although the C.P. in “Blues for C. P.... Read More

Inspired by the novel My Name is Red by Orhan Pamuk. The piece begins in traditional western harmony and moves steadily eastward evoking the musical traditions that developed throughout the Islamic world.

“There’s a remarkable lyrical ease and harmonic savvy in the compositions that make up Firebird, not least of all on the title track with its layered flutes and Latin-tinged rhythmic feel.” (David R. Adler)

“His choice of the inspired, metrically shifting “A Risk I Take,” by French horn virtuoso and colleague Mark Taylor, tells us much about his refined taste and interpretive abilities.” (David R. Adler, New York)

“On This New Jazz Record, Kansas City And Italy Make Beautiful Music Together: It’s an exceptionally graceful album that imbues mainstream jazz with the elegant sheen of classical chamber music.” (Bill Brownlee, Kansas City Star, KCUR)

The quartet performs nine of the leader’s originals. Mr. Arcamone’s guitar solos can be thought of post-bop playing with a rockish sound although his electronic tones are individual. Listeners who enjoy creative electronic music will find much to savor on Evolve. (Scott Yanow)

On the Jeff Siegel Quartet’s third studio recording, the stalwart drummer merges his high energy, straight ahead post-bop with the deeply spiritual stylings of trumpet master Feya Faku to produce a vibrant sonic tapestry of South African infused jazz.

Movin’ On is a tribute to blues and jazz legend, pianist Junior Mance. Ryan and Junior toured and recorded together. “Ryan’s one of a kind. He has a voice of his own and a musical sensibility that really excites a crowd.” — Junior Mance

The arrangement performed for solo electric guitar and loop pedal was a collaborative one between guitarist Zane Forshee and Judah Adashi. Forshee recently released a recording of this work in March 2017 on the Artists Recording Collective Label.

An illustrative and evocative musical portrait of a 19th-century daredevil feminist and journalist, the album moves between the narrative and abstract, creating an imaginative world that channels Bly’s groundbreaking spirit.

Traveler takes listeners on a musical journey through soaring melodies, meditative grooves, and exciting musical interplay. The compositions’ bare simplicity offers a wide emotional landscape for the musicians to explore and for the listener to enjoy.

Live quartet recording from 2017. Features Todd Wright on saxophones, Rick Dilling on drums, Zack Page on bass and Michael Jefry Stevens on piano and composition. All my original music. This is a more traditional, swinging CD. Not avant-garde!

Like a couple of old friends traveling through memories, thoughts and ideas, guitarists William Flynn and Tim Fischer have fashioned their album Cross Country as a conversation of grace and beauty. Flynn, a professor of Jazz Guitar at Wichita (KS) State University, and Fischer, a professor of music at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina’s Coastal Carolina University offer up an album of blues-bop originals, each wonderfully arranged so that the two guitarists can stretch the melody while provi... Read More

In Kansas City, there is a popular jazz group that has performed every week since their inception in 1991. This would not be so remarkable, as Kansas City is renowned for it’s tradition of great jazz since the days of Count Basie and Charlie Parker. What is remarkable is that this group of native Kansas Citians plays nothing but Brazilian jazz, with a flavor and passion one might think could only be found at a nightclub in Ipanema or Leblon. The Sons of Brasil invite you to sample these sou... Read More

Based in Leavenworth, Kansas, the First City Flute Choir (FCFC) is an instrumental chamber ensemble consisting of members who perform on instruments representing the range extensions of the flute family. Repertoire consists of classical transcriptions, arrangements, and original compositions. This is their debut release.

This project represents a swinging, soulful, cerebral, creative, and spiritual collaboration between two masterful artists with Greg Carroll playing Vibes, Marimba, Percussion and Drums, and Michael Pagán on Piano, Keyboard and Bass.

Guitarist and flutist Ron Carlson assembles a collaboration of New York and Kansas City musicians featuring Diana Herold, Grisha Alexiev, Greg Clinkingbeard and vocalist Jennifer White on a performance of standards and original compositions dedicated to the memory of Diane Carlson.

“Hailing from Norwalk, Connecticut, guitarist Dan Arcamone leads a new trio, with bassist Tony Grey and drummer Steve Pruitt, into an electric fusion foray. On the new album, X, he sets his mind into a combination of powerhouse rock, improvised jazz, and virtuosic folk ideas…” (Jazz Trail)

Wildly cohesive, exciting and fresh piano trio consisting of two veteran New Yorkers and one up and coming! Hetko, Syracuse & Siegel are proud to announce the release of their upcoming trio album When You Were Thereon June 1 on Artists Recording Collective. Featuring celebrated young pianist Nick Hetko, and the steadfast rhythm section of bassist Rich Syracuse and drummer Jeff “Siege” Siegel, this release is an homage to a woman who was a mentor and friend to each member of the trio... Read More

ARC Founders Group comprised of Erica Lindsay (tenor), Chris Burnett (alto), Sumi Tonooka (piano) with Jeff Siegel (drums) and Andrew W. Stinson (bass) performed a concert of original music that closed out a very successful ARC Label Week at the Blue Room in Kansas City. (Photograph by Jason Piggie, July 2015)